Cafe Rio Style Sweet Pulled Pork

August 11, 2017 by Lisia Childs

This savory, tender Cafe Rio Style Sweet Pulled Pork is perfect for making quesadillas, burritos, enchiladas, tacos, or, my favorite, … salads. It’s full of flavor and... Continue reading →

Secret Ingredient Chocolate Chip Cookies

August 4, 2017 by Lisia Childs

I can’t get enough chocolate chip cookies. I admit it. I LOVE them! One of the really wonderful things about this recipe is that... Continue reading →

Oatmeal Cookies

August 4, 2017 by Lisia Childs

These are my all-time favorite oatmeal cookies. They’re beautiful to look at, delicious to eat, and simple to make. Plus I love their texture! They’re crispy... Continue reading →

Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

July 27, 2017 by Lisia Childs

These hearty, chewy, oatmeal chocolate chip cookies are the perfect snack! They’ll satisfy a sweet tooth, and make you happy. They’re wonderful! I used both... Continue reading →

Indoor S’more Bars

July 21, 2017 by Lisia Childs

The other day, my sister-in-law, Kami, brought a pan of Indoor S’mores to a family picinic. They were so delicious, and fun to eat that I... Continue reading →

Taco Pasta Salad

July 14, 2017 by Lisia Childs

Taco Pasta Salad is a perfect summertime meal for a crowd. It’s great for bringing to picnics or pot luck dinners, and it’s adaptable for any palate.... Continue reading →

Television-Featured: Raspberry Ice Cream Cake

July 7, 2017 by Lisia Childs

This recipe was featured on a local television station’s “Cooking Made Easy with June” where my sister Rachael was invited by the host, June Williamson,... Continue reading →

Corn Dogs or Mini-Corn Dogs

July 4, 2017 by Lisia Childs

If you’ve ever been to a carnival or fair and smelled fresh corn dogs cooking, you’ll understand the inspiration for this recipe. That’s where I... Continue reading →

Devil’s Food Cake

June 30, 2017 by Lisia Childs

This devil’s food cake is sinfully delicious and devilishly easy to make. In fact, it’s probably the easiest homemade cake you’ll ever mix up. Winner!... Continue reading →

Chocolate Frosting

June 30, 2017 by Lisia Childs

Rich chocolate frosting is actually incredibly quick and easy to make, and it tastes so much better than something from a can. It’s worth the... Continue reading →

Spicy Honey Grilled Chicken

June 16, 2017 by Lisia Childs

It’s summer, and that means firing up the grill. We have some old standby favorites when we cook out, but we’ve also found some new... Continue reading →

Shortbread Cookie Stars with White Chocolate

June 12, 2017 by Lisia Childs

Do you know those circus cookie animal crackers with the pink and white icing and lots of colored sprinkles? Well, these are kinda like... Continue reading →

Toll House Cookies

June 9, 2017 by Lisia Childs

May 15 was National Chocolate Chip Day (Not to be confused with National Chocolate Chip COOKIE Day, which is August 4), and I was seeing... Continue reading →

Red, White, and Blueberry Cake

June 6, 2017 by Lisia Childs

It’s hot outside, and Independence Day is just around the corner. Why not start your day off with something patriotic?This moist, delicious cake works for... Continue reading →

North Carolina Thirteen Layer Cake

June 2, 2017 by Lisia Childs

We call this Thirteen Layer Cake because that’s how many layers I used to make. However, over the years, I’ve perfected it to ten layers, because, in my... Continue reading →

Crispy Honey Sesame Chicken

May 26, 2017 by Lisia Childs

I didn’t even realize that I liked Chinese food until after I was married, and then, the first dish that I tried at a little... Continue reading →

Even Better Than S’mores Cookie Squares

May 19, 2017 by Lisia Childs

Jessica LOVES s’mores. She makes them year-round, using all kinds of creative indoor methods, and I’m always on the lookout for recipes. I found something similar... Continue reading →

Roasted Sliced Potatoes

May 12, 2017 by Lisia Childs

I’ve made these sliced, roasted potatoes dozens of times for multiple special occasions, and people always love them. They’re not fancy, but they’re simply delicious.... Continue reading →

Peanut Butter Cookies

May 5, 2017 by Lisia Childs

We should just call these soft peanut butter cookies MAGICAL because they have a way of melting in your mouth and disappearing from your plate,... Continue reading →

Granola

April 27, 2017 by Lisia Childs

I grew up in the Uinta Mountains, and winters there can be cold. Frequently, my mom would make this homemade granola in the afternoons before... Continue reading →

Gyoza and Dipping Sauce

April 20, 2017 by Lisia Childs

In case you don’t know, gyoza are Japanese dumplings. They’re filled with ground pork, cabbage, garlic, and ginger, and they’re little bites of AWESOMENESS! My... Continue reading →

Banana Cream Pie Recipe

April 14, 2017 by Lisia Childs

When I was growing up, my mother would, occasionally, make pies for dessert. Banana cream pie was one of the regulars, so I dug up... Continue reading →

Soft Breadsticks

April 8, 2017 by Lisia Childs

Who doesn’t like warm, soft breadsticks? These are like the Olive Garden’s version, only much better. They require a little planning because it takes approximately... Continue reading →

Lemon Horseradish Sauce

April 7, 2017 by Lisia Childs

This recipe was brought to me by Jessica. She knows that I love all things horseradish, and this delicious spread is no exception! It has... Continue reading →

Chewy Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip Cookie Bars

March 31, 2017 by Lisia Childs

This is almost the same recipe as it’s brother, Chewy Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip Cookies, but it’s slightly different. It gives you all the deliciousness... Continue reading →

Beef and Broccoli

March 25, 2017 by Lisia Childs

Here’s a quick, easy, healthy alternative to take-out. The flavors are wonderful, and the leftovers are great, too. ... Continue reading →

Samoas Cookies Copycat

March 24, 2017 by Lisia Childs

What do you do when you’re craving Samoas cookies, but you don’t have any? Well if you’re like me, you’ll try eating another kind of... Continue reading →

How to Toast Coconut

March 22, 2017 by Lisia Childs

Sometimes recipes call for toasted coconut, which adds a lovely color, crunch and flavor. Have you ever read one and wondered how to toast coconut?... Continue reading →

Blueberry Burst Muffins

March 17, 2017 by Lisia Childs

A few weeks ago, I found the most beautiful blueberries at the store. They were big, plump and juicy, and I couldn’t resist buying some.... Continue reading →

Lunch Lady Brownies

March 10, 2017 by Lisia Childs

I don’t even know what to say about these incredible brownies. Just look at them. … No words are necessary. … EXCEPT maybe these: Lunch... Continue reading →

Ham Fried Rice

March 3, 2017 by Lisia Childs

Whenever I cook a ham, I dice up the leftover meat, and freeze it in individual bags. That way, I’m prepared for all kinds of... Continue reading →

Bennett’s Berry Blue Colada

March 2, 2017 by Lisia Childs

We had a baby shower for Jessica and her soon-to-arrive baby boy. In keeping with the gender, she found a recipe for this yummy blue punch. I... Continue reading →

Nutella Fruit Dip

February 25, 2017 by Lisia Childs

If you’re a fan of Nutella, I’ve got something you’re going to love! This fruit dip is out-of-this-world delicious, and simple. It’s like Nutella on... Continue reading →

Chewy Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip Cookies

February 17, 2017 by Lisia Childs

I’m a push-over for anything chocolate, especially homemade baked goods. So it’s no surprise that I love these cookies! When I was a kid, they... Continue reading →

Zuppa Toscana

February 16, 2017 by Lisia Childs

This creamy, hearty, delicious soup is so satisfying! It’s my copy-cat version of the one that they make at the Olive Garden, and I like... Continue reading →

Tuscan Garlic Chicken

February 10, 2017 by Lisia Childs

This version is amazing! I’m not sure if it’s exactly like the Olive Garden’s because it has been a while, but I can tell you... Continue reading →

Apple Cinnamon Muffins

February 3, 2017 by Lisia Childs

Muffins are a quick, easy breakfast food, and I love them. Over the years, I’ve probably baked 106,734,952 (give or take a few) for my... Continue reading →

Sparkling Berry Lime Slush

January 28, 2017 by Lisia Childs

We don’t drink alcohol, but I grew up with a Dad who loves juice and loves to experiment with flavors. Over the years, I’m fairly... Continue reading →

Deliciously Light White Cake

January 18, 2017 by Lisia Childs

I like cake, and I used to think that there wasn’t much difference between a box mix and homemade. Silly girl! … Don’t get me... Continue reading →